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And why are/were they used as currency?
by morgoo 8mo ago
And why are/were they used as currency?
- port11 8mo agoThey’re durable, resistant to corruption, relatively rare, pretty… Titanium or gems would’ve been equally used if they were equally convenient. Not to mention that coinage could be minted or mixed with, say, copper. Gold makes good alloys and can be recovered later.
- throw0101c 8mo ago> And why are/were they used as currency? Because there was no useful alternative and/or we didn't know better.
- newsclues 8mo agoCurrency as jewelry is a good way to secure and carry your wealth as well as display it as a status symbol (or hide it). A ring is just a coin you wear on your finger.